Chess classes for NRI students at Superior Chess Academy are live online lessons taught by FIDE-rated coaches based in Bangalore, India, for Indian children living in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia and the Gulf. Lessons are in English, 50–60 minutes on ChessLang, for students aged 5 and above — children, teens and adults — in group classes of 8–10, semi-private coaching of 3–4, or one-to-one. Classes are scheduled around the time gap so no child learns in the middle of the night, and every new student starts with a free trial class, booked on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777. 1,000+ students trained, 30,000+ live coaching hours, 100+ medals and trophies, 100+ tournaments conducted, 50,000+ puzzles solved, across 20+ countries.
Superior Chess Academy is a live online chess coaching academy based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Many of its students are NRI children — Indian families living in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia and the Gulf — who want their children to learn chess from coaches in India, in English, at times that fit after-school hours abroad.
How it works for NRI families
- Live online on ChessLang: lessons take place live on the ChessLang platform — there is no travel, and students join from home, wherever they live.
- Coaches from India, teaching in English: lessons are taught in English by FIDE-rated coaches based in Bangalore, India.
- Ages 5 and above: children, teenagers and adults all learn here, starting from age 5.
- Three formats: group classes of 8–10 students, semi-private coaching with a maximum of 3–4 students, and one-to-one lessons.
- 50–60 minute lessons: each lesson lasts 50 to 60 minutes.
- Fixed timetable: group and semi-private classes run on a fixed timetable, 8 sessions a month; one-to-one lessons are arranged flexibly.
- Missed class? A missed class gets a live makeup in another batch.
- Parents welcome: parents are welcome to observe the free trial class.
Class times in the USA, UK, Canada and Australia
The time gap is the first question every NRI family asks, so classes are scheduled around it — no child learns in the middle of the night. When you enquire on WhatsApp, tell us your city and we will suggest a batch that fits after-school hours.
| Country | Time gap with India | What it means for class times |
|---|---|---|
| USA | India is 9.5 to 13.5 hours ahead, depending on the time zone and the season | An evening class in India is a morning class in the USA; batches are scheduled coast to coast. See online chess classes in the USA. |
| UK | India is 5.5 hours ahead in winter (GMT) and 4.5 hours ahead in summer (BST) | Evening classes in India are afternoon classes in the UK. See online chess classes in the UK. |
| Canada | India is 9.5 to 12.5 hours ahead | Evening IST classes are morning classes in Toronto and Montreal. See online chess classes in Canada. |
| Australia | Eastern Australia is 4.5 to 5.5 hours ahead of India | Morning classes in India are afternoon classes in Australia, and afternoon IST batches map to after-school hours in AEDT/AEST. See online chess classes in Australia. |
| Gulf | Batches are scheduled around the time gap | Families in the Gulf join batches timed to fit normal waking hours — not the middle of the night. |
What students learn
Each lesson follows the academy's five-level curriculum — Checkmates, Winning Material, Mastering Defensive Technique, Sacrifice to Win, and Finding Winning Moves — and students practise what they learn during the lesson. The coach teaches the topic, students practise it, and the coach answers questions as they come up. The free trial class helps the coach find the right starting level for the student.
Formats and class sizes
We teach in three formats. The coaching, curriculum and lesson length are the same in all three — what changes is the group size and the timetable.
| Format | Students | Timetable | Lesson length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group classes | Maximum 8 to 10 students | Fixed timetable, 8 sessions a month | 50–60 minutes |
| Semi-private coaching | Maximum 3 to 4 students | Fixed timetable, 8 sessions a month | 50–60 minutes |
| One-to-one coaching | One student | Flexible — arranged with the coach | 50–60 minutes |
Group classes suit students who enjoy learning with others on a regular weekly routine. Students who want more coach attention in a smaller group usually choose semi-private, and students who want the lesson time to flex around them usually choose one-to-one. If you are unsure which format fits, read our private vs group chess classes comparison, or tell us the student's age, country and current level on WhatsApp and we will suggest one.
If a student misses a class
If a student misses a class, they can join a live makeup class in another batch. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777 and we will arrange it.
How to start
Start with a free trial class. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777 and tell us the student's age, country, city and current level, and we will suggest a suitable group and time. If you want to see what the lessons cover first, read the chess curriculum or the chess classes for kids page. You can also read the online chess classes in India page to see how the academy teaches from Bangalore.
Frequently asked questions
What are chess classes for NRI students?
Chess classes for NRI students are live online chess lessons taught by FIDE-rated coaches based in Bangalore, India, for Indian children living abroad — in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia and the Gulf. Lessons are in English, last 50 to 60 minutes on ChessLang, and are open to students aged 5 and above.
What time are the classes in the USA, UK, Canada and Australia?
Classes are scheduled around the time gap so no child learns in the middle of the night. India is 9.5 to 13.5 hours ahead of the USA, 5.5 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 4.5 hours ahead in summer, and 9.5 to 12.5 hours ahead of Canada. Eastern Australia is 4.5 to 5.5 hours ahead of India, so morning classes in India are afternoon classes in Australia. Tell us your city on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777 and we will suggest a batch that fits after-school hours.
Are the coaches from India?
Yes. All coaches are FIDE-rated coaches based in Bangalore, India, teaching in English. Students learn from coaches in India while living abroad — in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia or the Gulf.
What will my child learn?
Lessons follow our five-level curriculum: Checkmates, Winning Material, Mastering Defensive Technique, Sacrifice to Win, and Finding Winning Moves. The free trial class helps the coach find the right starting level for the student.
What are the class formats and group sizes?
We teach in three formats. Group classes have a maximum of 8 to 10 students, semi-private coaching has a maximum of 3 to 4 students, and one-to-one coaching is a single student. Group and semi-private classes run on a fixed timetable with 8 sessions a month; one-to-one lessons are arranged flexibly. Every lesson is 50 to 60 minutes long.
What if my child misses a class?
If a student misses a class, they can join a live makeup class in another batch. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777 and we will arrange it.
How do NRI families start?
Start with a free trial class. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777 and tell us the student's age, country, city and current level, and we will suggest a suitable group and time. Parents are welcome to observe the trial class.
Last updated: 13 November 2026
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